astrolabe
watch

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Night Watchman

Follow the stars--and the sun, moon and planets--with this timely spin on the astrolabe, an ancient astronomical tool used by navigators in the first century to track their movement via the skies. Expertly printed in the face of a watch, this functioning astrolabe lets you explore the universe on your lunch break. Watch features Japanese-Quartz movement and glowing Swiss dial (glows for up to three hours) with a sport rubber band. Water resistant up to 3 ATM.

About Me Athletic, Classic, High End Shopper, Modern, Practical, Stylish

Pros

Stylish

Cons

Unreliable

Best Uses

Comments about ASTROLABE WATCH:

This watch is very beautiful. You can even switch bands if you'd like to with the watch. I purchased this for my Husband for Christmas and he loved it. However after 2 weeks of using the watch it completely fell apart the hands on the clock fell off. This watch is also more so made for asthetic reasons than anything it isn't a real astro watch it does not really cacluate stars/planets/etc. As beatuiful as it is it ain't worth a dime.

Was this a gift?:

Yes, Yes

Who was the recipient of this product?:

Husband

For what occasion did you purchase this product?:

Christmas or Hanukkah

Bottom LineNo, I would not recommend this to a friend

Merchant response:We're sorry to hear that you received a defective watch. You are correct that it's not a real astrolabe, but it is a real watch! If you contact our customer service team at help@uncommongoods.com, they'll be happy to send you a free replacement, or an exchange or refund if you prefer. Thanks for letting us know, and again, we apologize.

It was hard to read the instructions, as they seemed to be for another watch entirely. There are confusing time settings and the star information is decorative. I'm exchanging it so I can give a better gift to my boyfriend.

Was this a gift?:

Yes

Who was the recipient of this product?:

Other

For what occasion did you purchase this product?:

Anniversary

Bottom LineNo, I would not recommend this to a friend

Merchant response:We're sorry the instructions were confusing, and we'd be happy to check the instructions against the ones we have here to make sure you received the right ones. Or, if you'd rather just go ahead and exchange it, we're happy to help with that. Please give us a call at 1.888.365.0056 or email help@uncommongoods.com for more information.

THere are no instructions on its use. I'm not sure what the purpose of the outer dial is. It's hard to read the hour and minute hands. Finally, it's a bit uncomfortable to wear, since the outer dial is metal and digs into my skin when I turn my arm and wrist around. To wear it is to understand what I'm describing.

Was this a gift?:

Yes

Bottom LineNo, I would not recommend this to a friend

Merchant response:The outer dial is part of the Astrolabe, which is largely decorative. We're sorry that you find this watch hard to read, and even sorrier that it's causing you discomfort. It sounds like you and our Astrolabe Watch are not a good match. We want you to be completely satisfied with everything you buy from us. For a return or exchange, contact our customer service team at 888.365.0056, help@uncommongoods.com, or via the “live chat” link right next to our phone number on the top of our home page.

The story that was enclosed made giving the gift complete (i.e., I didn't have to explain). Very interesting concept and a fun novelty watch. Just make sure the recipient isn't looking to make meetings on time with this as not intended for that use. Quality and style are good.

A totally unique, special gift! My boyfriend has a love for the stars & he absolutely loved it! The clock itself is a bit odd to read but as soon as you know how it works it's great. It can spice up any casual outfit he has on or make a dressy one look more fun... Definitely recommend!